What is the grade of stainless steel?
23952
They will all eventually rust like original style because all that they made stainless now is the new decorative sides. The rack looks like the same old chrome plating and the box says it's rust resistant (only). Beware of the false advertising above, it's not what it appears to be!
23953
I am a mechanical engineer. I can't give a precise answer, but in general the lower the quality of stainless steel (SS) the more it will attract a magnet. The sides of this dish rack do not seem to attract a magnet at all, => good SS. However, the wire parts have a very strong magnetic attraction, on the level of ordinary carbon steel. The wire part is shiny, suggesting that it is nothing more than plated steel. => Not SS at all. I find it to be very functional in design. But to call this product SS is false advertising.
23954
Don't know how to determine the grade of SS, but after nearly two months of intensive use we love the looks, the function (particularly the smart draining feature) and the capacity of the rack and it still looks brand new.
23955
Nothing on the Kitchen Aid box claims that it is made of Stainless Steel, however the splash plate appears to be SS, yet the wires develop a blush at the weld seams. This is much better than our previous expensive rack from a different company. BTW, magnets attract to the metal.
23956
I can't tell the difference in steel blends by looking at the material. I will say, like Pamela, ours is easy to clean and corrosion free after several months of daily use. My water is fairly neutral in pH, and low in salts. Given the amount of metal in the thing, I find it hard to believe the manufacturer would use an alloy that wouldn't stand up the household use.
23957
I am a mechanical engineer. I can't give a precise answer, but in general the lower the quality of stainless steel (SS) the more it will attract a magnet. The sides of this dish rack do not seem to attract a magnet at all, =&gt; good SS. However, the wire parts have a very strong magnetic attraction, on the level of ordinary carbon steel. The wire part is shiny, suggesting that it is nothing more than plated steel. =&gt; Not SS at all. I find it to be very functional in design. But to call this product SS is false advertising.
23958
Not a clue. It is easy to clean and doesn't seem to spot. We've bought many dish racks and this one so far has been the best, performance-wise and looks-wise.
1550136
I am unsure what grade of stainless steel they are made of, but I like the quality and they seem very durable.
980023
They are 18 guage. While I do not know the grade of stainless, I do know they have held up well and are easy to care for. Plus, they were VERY inexpensive when I got them. I paid $26 for 2 sets! I suspect the low price was due to a few minor dents here and there. Still a great deal.
1205680
I don't know. I do know that it seems like excellent high quality good weight stainless steel. I am very happy with it. It is the perfect size and very well-designed.
1992919
Condensing coils: All of ours are 304 grade stainless because that is the only metal we allow the water or steam to touch. Heating elements: Because we are the only ones specifically designed not to boil dry, ours is going to give you a higher purity.
1432797
There is no available information regarding the 'grade' of the stainless steel used. Neither the information provided by Amazon or the information contained within the very brief booklet which accompanied the product. It APPEARS to be a quality stainless. It is produced by a quality manufacturer. The purchase price suggests it is quality. I personally like it. Best yet, it is recommended as a 'Best Buy' by America's Test Kitchen. They test everything about a product. If it's a Best Buy from them, it is quality. However, I understand your sense of caution.
716267
It means the grade of stainless steel the pan is made from and the weight of the stainless steel.18/10 is a very good grade of stainless.
1727363
According to the description of the stainless steel posted by Amazon it is 18/10:Premium Stainless Steel Construction Classic design, high performance and lifetime durability unite in the Stainless Collection, All-Clad's most popular line of cookware. Products in the collection feature an interior core of aluminum for even heating and a high-polished, 18/10 stainless steel exterior and cooking surface for fine culinary performance.
1606114
The details say that it's 430 SS. More info on 430 SS here: http://mightynest.com/blog/stainless-steel-all-about-food-grade-304-188-and-1810
1138478
not sure about the grade of stainless steel but I got it for my 2 year old daughter and it is really hard to suck the water out and it was even hard for me to do it too. So I would not purchase it.
1042318
Grade 304, a common used type. I feel the material is better than my other stainless steel cooking wares.
1219631
I'm not positive, but upon examining them, they seem like they're stainless. They are holding up well under use.
627800
I don't know the grade, but we put the lock on our outside gate about six months ago and so far has weathered well, no rust and it works just fine!
1773083
It's not 18/10 stainless but it's is a great value for the price. Great set I use it everyday.
2192448
There are different types of 304 Stainless and they are usually 18/8 type but can be found in higher grades but most "commercial grade"cookware is this or better. For induction cooking purposes simply determine if a magnet will be attracted to it . . The better the stainless the less effective it is as induction cookware but as far as it being "stainless" or not....I find that the term really means .. Stain less..... Not stain free....no matter how high the grade! For the most part, only a welder would care about the grade to determine the kind of filler rod to be making his weld with. There are different types of 304 Stainless and they are usually 18/8 type but can be found in higher grades but most "commercial grade"cookware is this or better. For induction cooking purposes simply determine if a magnet will be attracted to it . . The better the stainless the less effective it is as induction cookware but as far as it being "stainless" or not....I find that the term really means .. Stain less..... Not stain free....no matter how high the grade! For the most part, only a welder would care about the grade to determine the kind of filler rod to be making... » Read More There are different types of 304 Stainless and they are usually 18/8 type but can be found in higher grades but most "commercial grade"cookware is this or better. For induction cooking purposes simply determine if a magnet will be attracted to it . . The better the stainless the less effective it is as induction cookware but as far as it being "stainless" or not....I find that the term really means .. Stain less..... Not stain free....no matter how high the grade! For the most part, only a welder would care about the grade to determine the kind of filler rod to be making his weld with. « Show Less
75969
Yes it is 18/8 premium grade stainless steel. You will not be Disappointed with the quality of this pot. My last two brews session have been in my backyard on my burner at temperatures under 20 and it holds the heat perfect!
1697935
Yes, it is 100% stainless steel. Food grade means you can use this stainless steel with food. Some stainless have additives that can not be used with food.